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XPERT RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Location
Staffordshire
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Not Specified
First listed by Ontap
7 October 2026
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Job description

Payroll Administrator Permanent Monday - Thursday 8am - 4.15pm Friday 8am - 3pm Stoke on Trent £28,000

We're looking for an organised and detail-focused Payroll Administrator to join a busy and supportive People & Culture team.

If you're someone who genuinely enjoys working with numbers, takes pride in getting the detail right and likes knowing that your work directly impacts people across the business, this could be a great opportunity for you.

You'll be responsible for supporting the smooth and accurate running of payroll, making sure employees are paid correctly and on time, whilst providing a reliable and professional service to colleagues and managers.

Key Responsibilities

Working alongside the Payroll Manager, you'll provide day-to-day administrative support across the payroll function.

From processing payroll information and maintaining employee records to dealing with queries, supporting pension administration and assisting with statutory payments, you'll play an important part in keeping everything running smoothly and meeting key payroll deadlines.

Supporting the accurate and timely processing of payroll
Ensuring payroll deadlines are consistently met
Maintaining accurate employee payroll records, including starter and leaver information
Processing payroll changes, deductions and other relevant information
Assisting with holiday calculations and statutory payments
Supporting pension administration
Producing and completing payroll reports accurately and within required timescales
Responding to payroll queries from employees and managers and resolving issues wherever possible
Supporting the Payroll Manager with year-end activities and key payroll deadlines
Keeping payroll systems and employee information accurate and up to date
Staying informed of relevant payroll legislation and best practice
Looking for opportunities to improve payroll processes and ways of working
Ensuring all payroll information is handled with the highest level of confidentiality
Working in line with company procedures and compliance requirements

Skills & Experience Required

We're looking for someone who already has some hands-on payroll experience and is ready to build on that within a supportive team.
You'll ideally have:
Around 1-2 years' recent experience working within a payroll environment
A good understanding of payroll processes and relevant legislation
Experience using computerised payroll systems
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) at Grade 4-9
Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work
The ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workload
A professional and approachable manner
Excellent communication skills and the confidence to deal with payroll queries
The ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team
A high level of discretion when handling confidential employee information

The benefits

You'll be joining a professional People & Culture team where you'll have the support and training you need to settle into the role and develop your knowledge.

The benefits package includes:

Company pension, free pension advice and life insurance
Healthcare Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Programme
Occupational Health Screening
Health & Wellbeing Programme
Enhanced annual leave
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Bereavement leave and company sick pay
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted products
Free on-site parking
Employee referral scheme
Long Service Awards
Reward & Recognition Programme
Company events
Pre-retirement scheme
Casual dress

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact behind the scenes and be part of a people-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply now or get in touch with Jo Thompson - for more information. Feel free to contact me directly with any questions about the role or the recruitment process.

Xpert Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client. By applying, you agree to register with us and consent to us holding your personal details on file. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact candidates who have been shortlisted for the role. However, we may also reach out regarding other suitable vacancies that match your profile.

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